Proberta, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Proberta, California had a total population of 865, the 1105th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 25.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Proberta Quick Facts
How Proberta Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 475 | 865 | +82.1% |
How Proberta Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Proberta Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Tehama County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bluff | 14,549 | $51,529 | 18.8% | $299,900 |
| Corning | 8,155 | $56,627 | 17.9% | $313,100 |
| Lake California | 3,808 | $92,051 | 9.7% | $352,800 |
| Los Molinos | 1,604 | $35,000 | 34.4% | $226,300 |
| Rancho Tehama Reserve | 978 | $53,606 | 27.2% | $156,000 |
| Gerber | 885 | $35,353 | 27.8% | $135,500 |
| Manton | 629 | $120,000 | 46.1% | $424,700 |
| Bend | 593 | N/A | 2.5% | $461,500 |
| Tehama | 366 | $70,893 | 2.7% | $318,900 |
| Vina | 243 | $40,811 | 49.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Proberta
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballard | 863 | $140,833 | $1,742,200 | 53.0% | 15.2% |
| Dorris | 869 | $41,563 | $154,700 | 18.0% | 19.1% |
| Alpaugh | 859 | $37,000 | $95,900 | 2.7% | 50.8% |
| Tahoma | 873 | $105,104 | $900,700 | 45.3% | 9.7% |
| Kernville | 857 | $49,883 | $406,400 | 54.5% | 1.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 865, Proberta's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Proberta is a small community located in California, within Tehama County. The total population is 865. It ranks as the 1105th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Proberta is 21.6 years. This is 43% lower than the state median of 37.9 years. With 42.0% of the population under 18, Proberta has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 11.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.7%. This is 114% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $366,100. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $734,700. 63.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Proberta is Hispanic or Latino, making up 62.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 37.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (62.4% vs 40.2%).
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 65.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Proberta, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Proberta, California?
Proberta, California has a population of 865 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Proberta, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Proberta — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Proberta, CA?
The poverty rate in Proberta is 25.7%. This means approximately 222 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Proberta, California?
Proberta's population is 37.6% White, 0.0% Black, 62.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Proberta, CA?
The median home value in Proberta is $366,100.
How educated is Proberta, California?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Proberta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.